SpaltvsTsingdao Flower
Spalt (aroma) and Tsingdao Flower (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Spalt
Alpha acid
2.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.5–0.9 mL
Germany
Tsingdao Flower
Alpha acid
6–8%
Beta acid
3–4.2%
Total oil
0.4–0.8 mL
China
Key differences
When to pick Spalt
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Tsingdao Flower
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Earthy
Only in Spalt
NobleHerbalFloral
Only in Tsingdao Flower
LemonMelonCitrus
Property
| Property | Spalt | Tsingdao Flower |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.5–5.7% | 6–8% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | 3–4.2% |
| Co-humulone | 22–29% | 35% |
| Total oil | 0.5–0.9 mL | 0.4–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–35% | - |
| Humulene | 20–30% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | - |
| Farnesene | 12–18% | - |
| Origin | Germany | China |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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